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McKenzie Creek

VIC 3401 • Victoria

140
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
37.41 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalCar-DependentSemi-Rural
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About McKenzie Creek

McKenzie Creek is a small rural locality in the Rural City of Horsham, in Victoria's Grampians region, situated approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Named after the McKenzie Creek waterway that flows through the area, it covers about 37 square kilometres of largely agricultural land typical of the Wimmera district. With a population of around 140 residents, the locality has a quiet, dispersed character common to farming communities of western Victoria.

The surrounding landscape is dominated by broad acre cropping and pastoral grazing, with the region known for its wheat and sheep production. Residents rely on the nearby city of Horsham — roughly 15 to 20 kilometres away — for shopping, health services, schools, and community facilities. Like most small Wimmera localities, McKenzie Creek suits those seeking a genuine rural lifestyle with wide open spaces and a close connection to the land.

McKenzie Creek falls under postcode 3401 and is governed by the Horsham Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Wannon, while state elections fall under the Lowan (Western Victoria) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Victoria
Postcode
3401
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Horsham
Federal Electorate
Wannon
State Electorate
Lowan (Western Victoria)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Melbourne (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-36.88°, 141.94°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
37.41 km²
Population Density
4 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 3401

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 3401, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$46,317
Median 2023–24
$57,082
▲ 23.2% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$73,520

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 3401; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited local services — Horsham Approx 20-30 min by car

Commute to Melbourne CBD

Distance
300 km
By Train
No direct train service; nearest regional services depart from Horsham with no regular passenger rail to Melbourne
By Car (Peak)
3 hr 15 min – 3 hr 45 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr – 3 hr 15 min

🛣️ Western Highway (A8) provides the main road connection to Melbourne via Ballarat

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A car is essential for all daily needs; no footpaths, shops, or services within walking distance

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

No schools listed for this postcode.

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
140
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Horsham Local Government Area, which contains McKenzie Creek. Rates are per 100,000 residents for the year ending September 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
185.9 / 100k
2yr Down 55.0% 10yr Down 63.8%
Motor vehicle theft
83.2 / 100k
2yr Down 15.5% 10yr Down 44.9%
Non-FV assault
528.4 / 100k
2yr Up 18.0% 10yr Down 24.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
4.9 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
288.7 / 100k
2yr Up 54.3% 10yr Down 36.2%
View all offence subgroups for Horsham →

Source: Crime Statistics Agency Victoria

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is McKenzie Creek known for? +

McKenzie Creek is a small Wimmera farming locality known for its broad acre cropping and pastoral grazing. The locality takes its name from the McKenzie Creek waterway and is characteristic of the agricultural communities that make up the Rural City of Horsham.

How far is McKenzie Creek from Melbourne? +

McKenzie Creek is approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne CBD, making it roughly a 3 to 3.5 hour drive via the Western Highway through Ballarat and Ararat.

Does McKenzie Creek have public transport? +

There is no public transport serving McKenzie Creek. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles, with the city of Horsham being the nearest service centre approximately 15 to 20 kilometres away.

What is the population of McKenzie Creek? +

According to the 2021 Census, McKenzie Creek has a population of approximately 140 residents spread across roughly 37 square kilometres of agricultural land.

Is McKenzie Creek a good place to live? +

McKenzie Creek suits people who value a genuine rural lifestyle in the Wimmera region of western Victoria. It offers wide open spaces, a quiet farming community atmosphere, and proximity to Horsham for essential services, but requires a car for all daily needs.

What is the postcode for McKenzie Creek? +

McKenzie Creek has the postcode 3401, which it shares with the nearby city of Horsham and surrounding Wimmera localities.

Is McKenzie Creek a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. McKenzie Creek is part of the Horsham LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.